A Little About Me

Exclusive Photos of Our New Subway Stations
I had the pleasure of touring our new Downsview Park subway station recently as well as the new Pioneer Village station. I will let the photos speak for themselves. SEE THEM HERE.

Jane’s Walk – Downsview Dells, Downsview Park
May 6 is going to be a busy day to learn about Downsview. At 1pm, I will be hosting a walk of the Downsview Dells which will feature the urban natural environment that the Dells represents. What happens when our properties and the natural environment begin to compete for space, tree, plant and animal species in the Dells and much more. Join me and TRCA staff as we walk the paths and learn what in the Dells is going on!

Additionally, Rosanna Seca-Iaboni of the Downsview Lands Community Voice Association (DLCVA) is hosting two walks of Downsview Park; it’s more than just concerts! Everything from the military history, to the business startups, and the “lake”. It all gets covered by Rosanna Seca-Iaboni.

Downsview’s Got Talent!
This is a talent call-out for anyone in our community that has a talent to showcase. The upcoming Reading Sprouts Garden Festival beside Jane-Sheppard Library will take place on June 10 and I want to showcase YOU.

Downsview Station Names, They Are A-Changing
That’s right, beginning Sunday May 7, the name for Downsview Station will change to Sheppard West Station. This is in anticipation of our new subway stations opening later this year, one of which is the new Downsview Park station at Chesswood and Sheppard.

As of May 7, 2017:
Downsview Station will change to Sheppard West Station

As of new subway line opening in late 2017, northbound from Wilson will look like:

Wilson Station

Sheppard West Station

Downsview Park Station

Finch West Station

York University Station

Pioneer Village Station

Highway 407 Station

Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Station

Dufferin/Wilson Regeneration Study Now Public
As part of Downsview’s ongoing renewal, Dufferin and Wilson has been the subject of a study to make it more pedestrian friendly and look at the area’s future through a holistic and community focused lens. After many years, and much community input, the Regeneration Area study has now been made public and I will push for its approval at Council at the end of this month. Read the report here.

York Community Centre Open – Photos
The new York Community Centre is the model for the one eventually planned for Downsview. I did a tour of this amazing new building to see what’s in store, and what could be done better when it eventually comes to Downsview. See the photos here.

Become a Member of the Black Creek Garden Resource Network
Become a member and order your seeds and seedlings before MAY 20th! With our seedlings membership, you get access to local and organic seeds and seedlings at a discounted price. Extra discounts are available for seniors and low income members. Deadline for seedlings memberships is May 20th! For more info and how to apply, click here.

The Black Creek Garden Resource Network (BCGRN) is an initiative supported by a network of food- and health-based organizations in the Black Creek neighbourhood.

Design and development will take place this year and construction will begin in 2018.

Contact my office with any questions.

Construction at Pearson Airport and Airplane Noise
I have been informed that due to some runway construction happening at Pearson Airport. This may result in new flight paths that can increase air traffic noise experienced in our community. If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact the GTAA’s Noise Office at: 416-247-7682

Branson Urgent Care Centre Closing – Your Help Needed
Some in our community may be using this facility at Finch and Bathurst and are concerned about its future. The Branson Community Action Group is opposing the closure and needs your help. Attend the upcoming Town Hall or Group Meeting to get involved.